National Instruments has announced that it has nearly tripled the number of I/O modules available for NI CompactDAQ, adding several new key measurements and capabilities to its USB-based modular data acquisition system.
Additionally, every NI CompactDAQ chassis is shipped with the company's new LabVIEW SignalExpress datalogging software, which provides quick acquisition, analysis and presentation of data in an interactive, nonprogramming environment.
The new software option and broad range of I/O modules provide a simple, complete and powerful datalogging solution for electrical and sensor measurements on the benchtop, in the field and on the production line.
NI CompactDAQ offers an easy-to-use USB interface to the PC and combines sensor connectivity, signal conditioning and A/D converters in a single, user-configurable system. Engineers and scientists now have 19 new module options when building their systems, including ±20 mA current I/O; high-speed, high-voltage and channel-to-channel isolated analog inputs; RTD sensor inputs; and high-density digital I/O, as well as a universal input module. All modules are hot swappable and feature built-in isolation to ensure system and user safety.
The compact size (25 x 9 x 9 cm) and rugged design of NI CompactDAQ make it ideal for portable and field applications. It has a 30 g shock rating, -20 to 55°C temperature range, cable strain relief and flexible AC or DC power options. It will also suit machine builders operating in industrial environments. In addition, it features NI signal streaming technology, so engineers can acquire and generate high-speed, bidirectional waveform signals at 6,4 MS/s.
The datalogging software significantly shortens time to measurement and requires no programming. Whether creating in-vehicle, portable or benchtop datalogging projects, engineers can quickly connect the NI CompactDAQ chassis to their PCs or laptops, select a module and within seconds view live data in LabVIEW SignalExpress. Data can then be exported by dragging and dropping it into a spreadsheet or other third-party application. They can also set event conditions and alarms, choose from more than 200 analysis and processing functions or generate new code in LabVIEW for custom functionality.
NI CompactDAQ users can also benefit from included NI-DAQmx driver software and measurement services - an interactive suite of datalogging tools, configuration management and wizard-like development interfaces that enables simple hardware setup and configuration. For programmers, NI-DAQmx driver software features multidevice synchronisation, automatic code generation and a high-level, open API that offers the same programming environment across devices, programming languages and operating systems.
For more information contact National Instruments South Africa, +27 (0) 800 203 199, [email protected]
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